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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Terramar Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Sea Isle Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Luis Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

Seaside stay .With a stay at this West End vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Half Moon Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Terramar Beach. Sea Isle Beach and San Luis Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Half Moon Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Terramar Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sea Isle Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • San Luis Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Jamaica Beach - 13 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪West End Marina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nate's Westend Seafood & Steaks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Avery's Bayside Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck

This raised, coastal home is the perfect choice for your next Galveston Island getaway! Just 1 minute drive from pristine gulf beaches, this spacious retreat offers multiple levels of living spaces including an open bunk room and semi-detached in-law suite for the perfect balance of group entertainment and guest privacy. Spread out on the raised, wraparound deck or enjoy al fresco dining and shady lounging on the ground-floor patio. Guests in the upper bedroom will enjoy canal views from a private balcony or lounge in the spacious loft.

The main floor features a bright, open layout with contemporary design and furnishings. The kitchen is equipped with a full suite of stainless steel appliances and gorgeous, custom counters providing plenty of space for the home chef to flex their muscles. The island prep station doubles as a dining counter with seating for four. Leather sofas and a smart TV in the living room provide a comfortable place to relax and unwind inside. The downstairs in-law suite includes a wet bar, fridge, microwave, and dining table seating for four.

Property manager

Jared Terhune

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GVR08584

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck to the airport?

This vacation home is 52 mi (68-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Half Moon Beach and 4.2 mi (7-min drive) from Galveston Island Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck to downtown Galveston?

This vacation home is 20.4 mi away from Galveston.

Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terrie P.

Nice

We only stayed one night and it was good for that. It was a little to far from town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A few days at the beach

Before my husband and I get busy with work for the summer we decided to get away for a few days. We loved the accommodations here at the Blue Whale. Close enough to town for anything we needed yet far enough away. The house upon arrival was very clean, linens were clean and set up very nice. One word to sum it up is perfect! Thanks for sharing your home with us!Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Galveston Getaway

It was a lot of fun and the property was great and worked for all our needs to accomadate us all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tera B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place!

Beautiful, clean house with a wonderful host!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cruising

My family and I arrived Saturday. We stayed at this property before departing for our cruise. Clean, safe & very nice area. Several nice restaurants in the area too. This vrbo rental was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alecia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a blast awesome clean Beach house

Had a blast thanks again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not a Four Bedroom

A true bedroom has a door. The bunk beds have a curtain that separates them from the living room - no door. The current pictures show a bunk bed and a double bed however there are now two sets of bunk beds. Again no door.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would absolutely recommend

The property owner was so kind and the quaint but spacious cabin was clean and well stocked! We didn't want to leave but unfortunately, vacations can't last forever. Luckily, the memories we made there will!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip to the beach

Our first family vacation! A great time was had by all. The beds were so comfortable and the house was spacious and well equipped. Definitely looking forward to doing this again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M S.

Liked: Cleanliness

B Day Vibes

I had an amazing time at this property. Iiiy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

House is nice and they were very quick to respond!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing quality

This home was an amazing experience had an amazing weekend next to my family and friend spacious house all around very quiet and nice just to go vibe recommend to come check out this amazing house would rent again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIAN S., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place !

The house was really nice and the pictures were pretty accurate
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cathy D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Cathy

It was the most horrible weekend of my life. This house wasn’t clean at all it had an ugly smell. Not as expected there was dry blood on the rail of the stairs,The bathroom doors, did not closed all the way. And the most horrible. Thing was that we were about to used the extra pillows. And they were infested with ants.ugly, ugly , ugly. Don’t rent this property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

I had an awesome time at this rental. I can't say one bad thing about this place. Well, just one thing. The mosquitos. They were HORRIBLE!! But of course, that was no fault of the property owner. Any questions, issues or concerns were responded in a quick manner. I would definitely love to rent this property again. I just wish check in was early in the morning and check out was at least later in the evening so we can enjoy the property longer. But I know that's just the way things are with all rentals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Melissa C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

NASTY!!!

Within 10 mins of being in the house, my grandson's feet were black! We did not go barefoot the rest of our time here. Do not lean on the deck handrails unless you want to go to the ER. The amount of strangers’ hair on the bathroom floor was beyond disgusting. There are no cleaning supplies for us to clean up after ourselves, No trash bags to take the trash out as requested at check out. One cheap roll of paper towels that we used just trying to clean up the place the minute we got here. None of the tv remotes worked but 1 and we had to scavenge to find it and the batteries. The fan remotes do not work, and they have “do not use” on the fans' switches. Keep the thermostat at 70 degrees but “do not use” the fans! Sheets are put on inside out or stained; not sure they were even changed before our arrival. Towels are new but unwashed and leave you covered in fuzz. It is very obvious the pics are really old/filtered because this place looks nothing like what the house actually is. You can see how well-used that pole is in the living-room! Yard unmowed. Walls and baseboards are filthy. Filter to the ac filthy! 1st floor that my elderly parent stayed in reeks of mold and had bugs. The 3rd-floor bedroom has no bathroom and extremely steep narrow stairs that are not pictured. I asked for a refund of the cleaning fee and damage deposit, he agreed but is now asking us for $250 for leaving the outside shower/hose on. WE NEVER TOUCHED THE OUTSIDE SHOWERS!!! Plenty more but limited space
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kennedy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

great for my family!

My family and I came down for the week and stayed here, it’s pretty close to everything and really quiet neighborhood. I loved the porch and swing and the bedrooms were nice. Only thing you should look out for is when it storms, sometimes the door leaks, but other than that it wasn’t a huge issue and I loved everything else about it.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Robin W.

Disappointed

Screws on deck raised up, trip hazard plus you can’t walk barefoot with the fear of ripping the skin off. Yard needed mowed bad. 3rd story bedroom very hot, needs its own A/C Fan in main bedroom missing blade so fan is unusable along with light. Large bathroom: shower rod very rusty, shower curtain dirty, shower so dark with curtain shut we couldn’t even see to shower (didn’t use it). Downstairs bedroom smelled (very strong) like bug cleaner & The ceiling needs repaired, like it could fall in. No utensils in downstairs kitchen The door for entry into downstairs has a hinge so loose we had to raise up the door just to shut it. There are no closets, which means no where to hang clothes other than a small one by kitchen. Dryer squeaks very bad, it could not be ran while trying to sleep. The second story key only works on the bedroom exit door, we had to unlock it then walk thru the house and unlock other door, not convenient nor private for those in that bedroom. We were notified after checking in, that the second story microwave (main kitchen) was broken and we would need to heat up our food downstairs (another annoying inconvenience). I could list more but I’m tired of typing. To sum this up, this place needs a remodel before I would recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property, we wanna go back!

Place was very clean, we had a great time hanging out on the patio at night. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Nancy P B.

Property w/potential but.......

Overall, property presented differently than what we found when we checked in. Property owner was communicative but concerns not addressed. Mold in many ceiling vents. Island lights flickered at high position. Internet/TV not working. Smoke detectors located in dresser drawer in kitchen. We were informed of water damage to roof w/repairs prior to arrival. No evidence seen. AC filter obviously not cleaned recently & AC plugged into strip not the wall. Owner stated took over property in Jan and we were 2nd guest to stay. He said property in process of repairs but this VRBO user under impression that said repairs (not storm related) need to be completed prior to listing this property. Owner did refund 20% of total charge. This guest is disappointed with this amount and feel all but the cleaning fee should have been refunded for the numerous (and admitted) issues. Pictures of black mold spots in kitchen ceiling vents clearly show a potential health issue, not including the safety issues with non functional smoke detectors and AC electric supply.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britt E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you

Thank you for helping us on such short notice. My family & I had a great weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location for tranquility

Location drive is not far from major events and peaceful once activities are completed for the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecil D., West Monroe Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy T., Alvarado

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

The house was perfect for our family and friend. The privacy of the downstairs suite was perfect along with the shared family space upstairs. There was a beach access close by, and lots of beach toys to borrow. The outdoor showers were especially convenient after a long day at the beach and we were very happy to see that they even had hot water. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

cody c.

Fantastic house

Beautiful home with an amazing location. It is way away from the amenities of the osland but thats what we loved about it. Neighborhood was quiet and just minutes to the beach. Host is absolutely fantastic and makes sure you have everything you need and responds quick. Great place overall and will be back for sure.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023